Sunday Steal | Essence Liquid Lipsticks

I've got such a nice little Sunday Steal for you all this week, because the Essence Liquid Lipsticks* are little gems that can be picked up for about $3.50 at your local drugstore or Ulta! I was lucky enough to be sent these, and my first impression was that the 6 shade range was all incredibly wearable colour-wise. When you hear the term 'liquid lipstick' you expect great pigment and coverage like you would get out of a traditional lipstick bullet, so naturally I was eager to put them to the test to see if they performed they was they claimed!

2015 | My Top Ten Makeup Products

Last week I posted about my Top Ten Skincare Products of 2015, and a promised, here are my Top Ten Makeup Products of 2015! I feel like 2015 was definitely the year I found myself having some distinct favourites and holy grail products added into my collection, and I can't wait to see what 2016 has to bring/ Let's break down the products I couldn't be without last year...

L'Oreal Does it Again with the Brow Stylist Plumper

L'Oreal has been knocking out some incredible products lately, and I am so here for it. First, I raved about the new True Match Lumi Cushion Foundation was not only a massive hit, but is already making Holy Grail status for me. Then I was also impressed by the Brow Stylist Definer which came out in a dark brunette shade that was beautifully ashy - a rarity for the drugstore!  Now I'm hear to talk about the L'Oreal Brow Stylist Plumper, a tinted fibre-infused brow gel. Keep reading to see why I think L'oreal knocked it out of the park again...

Clarins Blogger Advent Calendar

It should be no surprise to readers of GLG that I am a fan of Clarins. Their Instant Light Lip range is holy grail status for me, and I adore the Complexion Illuminating Base. So when Clarins Canada asked me to participate in their Blogger Advent Calendar, I jumped at the chance to rave even more. The Blogger Advent Calendar is featuring different bloggers throughout the month of December focusing on their favourite Clarins product, and my must-have-never-want-to-be-without-product is hands down the Gentle Exfoliator Brightening Toner. Keep reading to find out why this has a permanent home in my stash.

The Champagne Shadow All Makeup Lovers Should Have | Stila Kitten Eyeshadow

My love of Stila's Kitten Eyeshadow came about many, many years ago. If you read this post, you might even remember that it was the first purchase I ever made from Sephora. Since then it has become somewhat of a staple in my makeup wardrobe that has stood the test of time - and has gained a bit of a cult classic status for the brand (not surprisingly).

Good Grease | 5 Different Balm Cleansers

Something that's come as a bit of a skincare epiphany to me in the last couple of years is the world of balm cleansers. They seemed terrifying at first, as if I was smearing grease all over my face, but once I felt the real effect of how thoroughly they actually cleanse the skin, I don't know if I could ever not use one in my routine. So here are five different types of balm cleanser that get my approval, and which I reach for when...

Best in Beauty | November 2015 Favourites

 

Another month gone and we are into December... DECEMBER! Wasn't it just Summer, like yesterday? The temperature has finally dropped here in Vancouver, and I've found myself reaching for some warmer, richer tones this month. Keep reading to find out what the best of beauty for November 2015 is...

Shopping for the Perfect Palette | Five Favourites for Fall and Winter

When it comes to shopping for an eyeshadow palette, I always think it's important to think of three things: Texture, Tone and Uniqueness. If you don't have a drawer full of palettes organized by brand, colour and size like I do (I have a sickness) nor do you plan to, picking out that one special palette that can do it all be a bit tricky. Today's posts has five can't-go-wrong palettes for Fall and Winter, as well as my tips for how to pick out a palette that will fit all your needs!

The Great Cover Up | Four Different Concealers to Perfect Your Complexion

When it comes to concealers, there are so many options out there, it can be hard to know which one to choose for which purpose. I've picked four of my recent cover-up favourites and broken them down by which use they work best for to help save you a little time they next time you have a pesky blemish, dark circles or pigmentation you want to even out, pronto.

Five Blushes for Fall 2015

Autumn is one of those seasons I really find myself adjusting my makeup for, especially blush. After a summer of peaches and corals, I find myself desiring more rosy, pink and neutral tones. So here are five blushes I tend to gravitate towards for the Autumn/Fall season

Sunday Splurge | Charlotte Tilbury's Magic Cream

Here's a little #SundaySplurge for you that may very well take your skin from looking alright to looking absolutely amazing. Every time I treat my face to the much hyped Charlotte's Magic Cream, I am blown away not only for how incredible it feels on the skin, but how wonderful it makes my skin look. The name hits the nail on the head when it comes to this product - it really does seem like a bit of magic. 

August 2015 Beauty Favourites

You know that thing where you blink and the Summer is over? No? Just me? Well that's how it's felt this Summer, because with September 1st here, so its the drizzling rainy Vancouver weather and it suddenly feels like Autumn is moment away. While August was a particularly busy month for me, I did have some wonderful finds when it comes to beauty, and most of them are new to me products I tried for this first time last month!

Aerin Gardenia Rattan | The Scent That Might Remind You of Your Grandmother (in the best possible way!)

I recently got the chance to try some bits from the Aerin range and one of the products that stood out the most was the Gardenia Rattan Eau de Parfum Spray*.  The bottle is utterly gorgeous with its gold accents and jade top cap, but that wasn't the first thing I noticed about it. Instead I took an initial sniff and immediately had memories of my grandmother as a kid wearing a scent that had similar notes. So much so I called my mother to mention it. Naturally the first time she smelled it she said, "oh yeah, that's her alright!"

Friday Face | Loving Some Charlotte Tilbury

It's probably no surprise that I've been loving me some Charlotte Tilbury lately. The #1 Makeup Artist in the world has outdone herself with the range she has created and the more products I try, the more I love. So needless today say, todays Friday Face is a little Charlotte heavy, with some tried and trues to bring it all together.

Make Up For Ever Goes Ultra HD for 4K

With 4K video becoming more and more accessible it was only a matter of time before a cosmetic line started creating products for even higher definition. It's no surprise to me that Make Up For Ever was the line that hopped on that bandwagon first, given their original HD Foundation formula was one of the first in its market when originally released. Now the brand has revamped their cult classic, which naturally I had to try...

July 2015 Beauty Favourites

July seemed like an incredibly busy month for me, and flew by (insert classic beauty blogger line about 'where did the time go?' here.) I actually think every product in July's favourites list is new to me this month, so clearly I tested a lot of great stuff - there aren't always so many hits when it comes to new launches in one month! Let's take a look at what I'm loving right now, shall we?

Weekend Round Up | Highlighting the Best Bits of July 12-24

It's the weekend which means I'm rounding up the best bits of the last two weeks, just in case you missed anything. Here are the highlights for July 12th-24th 2015.

Tarte's Tarteguard 30 | The SPF My Dry Skin is Digging

Finding a decent SPF should have been something on my list many, many years ago. But like many other girls of my generation, I wanted every chance I could get to get a little colour on my face. I know... I know... cringe...

The One Sweep and You're Done Shadow | Clarins Ombre Iridescente in 01 Aquatic Rose

I knew the minute I swatched the Clarins Ombre Iridescente Shadow in Aquatic Rose* from the summer Aquatic Treasures Collection that it was love. Obviously my love of anything rose gold is well documented here on GLG, and this doesn't disappoint in the slightest. In fact it's quickly made it into my 'One Sweet and You're Done' pile... more on that below...

The Repurchase Edit | Beauty Products I Apparently Can't Be Without

I've noticed a bit of a pattern in my purchases lately. Certain products have just made it into the 'forever repurchase' category and my last shopping trip was entirely fill with said products. Now, I'm not going to lie, it isn't quite as exciting to haul repeat buys versus new exciting pretty products, but there is a satisfaction there of knowing it's tried and true. Perhaps even 'holy grail'... I know I went there. Read on for a breakdown of the beauty products I just can't stop using...